Mortgage financing program announced in Palestine
Funding provided by Palestine Investment Fund, the US government agency, OPIC, the International Finance Corp, the World Bank and regional banks.
June 4, 2010 9:37
What have the banks ever done for us?
Gulf banking fees are undeniably high – and, in some cases, extortionate. But what do customers get in return?
February 23, 2010 3:13
Bank interest rates ‘too high’
Kipp readers believe banks are charging too much interest on credit cards, loans and mortgages, according to a recent poll.
January 31, 2010 11:12
The great interest rate ripoff
A Kipp survey has found that UAE credit card customers pay twice as much interest compared with their UK counterparts. With the row over Mashreqbank’s mortgage rates escalating, we ask whether the big banks are overcharging.
January 22, 2010 12:44
Over 90% of passwords vulnerable to hacking
Passwords in the Middle East - even ones deemed to be "strong" - are actually susceptible to infiltration.
May 23, 2013 8:51
'Renewable energy absolutely necessary' - Saudi
Oil saving win-win drives Saudi solar power boom...
May 23, 2013 4:56
Real cost of sending your child to a Dubai school
Ambareen Musa, founder of Souqalmal.com, reminds parents of the hidden and additional costs of education.
May 23, 2013 1:19
Gold iPad at Burj Al Arab
Device to be a “virtual concierge” for luxury hotel's guests.
May 22, 2013 12:04
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24